This was a pretty interesting video. What are do you ladies think of what he has to say?
YWCA Parent Awareness and Darien Library present Dr. Michael Thompson, "Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Lives of Boys" April 2, 2012 - Part 1
Showing posts with label boys. Show all posts
Showing posts with label boys. Show all posts
Vicks Vapor Rub
It's was about 10 at night and we were battling with the boys to get to bed (we are in the process of them sharing a room). Hubby runs upstairs while I sit downstairs on the computer enjoying some time on Pinterest. Then hubby said calmly "Mandy please get up here." Instantly, I know its not good. I keep saying to myself "this isn't good" over and over like a broken record. I got to the top of the stairs to see hubby sitting on the floor with Neacel in the corner. The smell hit me, menthol, then hubby pointed out the empty (use to be full) container of vicks. Then I got a better look of Neacel and see his head was covered in it. Literally, 100% covered. His head looks like a bucket of grease is covering it. It's hard to describe, but I'm sure you can figure it out. So instantly, I think that he got Broden too. Luckily, Broden was vicks free, the wall didn't have as much luck though. Whatever wasn't on his head was globbed on the wall next to his bed. The smell was sooooo overwhelming. I was able to wipe the wall down, but I'm pretty sure the smell will never fully go away. I had to get away from the smell because it was making me sick....stupid pregnancy sense of smell! Hubby gave Neacel a bath, after 3 shampoo's his forehead and hair are still pretty greasy. There is a film in the bathroom sink and tub from the vicks...any idea on how to get rid of it?
Nature Reserve with Shinko
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| Sitting on the sign for the park... |
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| Of course he had to climb a tree |
Shinko loved the open area, and when he saw a tree, what do you think that monkey did? Climb it of course! He wanted to sit up there forever, but we couldn't let him, rain was coming and we were all starving! We just walked a shorter trail since it's been a while, but Neacel insisted on taking Shinko for the "hike."
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| The best picture of my monkey's with Shinko |
All in all, a perfect little "hike." This is something we do as a family a few days a week once the weather is nice. There are TONS of trails here in the Akron area, and so much to see. It's the one place I feel comfortable letting my boys go wild. They can just run free, and I just let them, feeling relaxed and enjoying nature.
Remember, if you want to have Shinko for a week go on over to Sock Monkey Trails, and contact Lynda.
How to cut boy's hair like a pro
With the cost of hair cuts, and having 2 boys, plus my husband and myself, hair cut cost adds up. Just for my little guys I walk out spending almost $30 after tip. It, in my opinion is just too much for kids cuts. So I am on a mission on learning how to cut hair myself. Self taught, and husband tested....pray for him! Tonight I will put everything to use that I have read here. This is the best detailed how to that I could find, and that I was comfortable with. Heavenly Homemakers is such a wonderful blog that I have found many things from, luckily, I found this hair cut how to!The YouTube videos just weren't helping. I'm nervous but I went and bought some $10 Barber shears from Target and I'm ready to go. If I screw it up, we will be buzzing hubby's hair short. Praying for a success though, I would love to cut hair cut cost. I will let you know tomorrow what happened........wish me luck!Wacky Wedenesday
I love watching my boys spend time together. They are really growing up fast and I love that you can tell that they are becoming best friends. Although, they hit, throw things and scream at each other, there is something so sweet about the moments they spend together. Yesterday, Broden was laying on the floor being silly and Neacel ran over, laid next to him and started making silly faces. They both thought this was hilarious. Thank goodness for camera phones and being able to catch these little cute moments they have. I love my 2 boys more than anything. I'll be honest though, I hope this next one is a girl, I'm seriously outnumbered and I don't like it. Not to mention, this momma wants some pink around the house!!Oh how I love and adore these boys, even though they do drive me nuts at times. It wouldn't be the same if they acted differently, their personalities are hilarious!
25 Rules for Mothers with Sons
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1. Teach him the words for how he feels.
2. Be a cheerleader for his life
3. Teach him how to do laundry
4. Read to him and read with him.
5. Encourage him to dance.
6. Make sure he has examples of good men who are powerful because of their brains, their determination, and their integrity.
7. Make sure he has examples of women who are beautiful because of their brains, their determination, and their integrity
8. Be an example of a beautiful woman with brains, determination, and integrity.
9. Teach him to have manners
10. Give him something to believe in
11. Teach him that there are times when you need to be gentle
12. Let him ruin his clothes
13. Learn how to throw a football
14. Go outside with him
15. Let him lose
16. Give him opportunities to help others
17. Remind him that practice makes perfect.
18. Answer him when he asks, "Why?"
19. Always carry band-aids and wipes on you.
20. Let his dad teach him how to do things
21. Give him something to release his energy
22. Build him forts
23. Take him to new places
24. Kiss him
25. Be home base
I thought I'd add one more to the list:
26. Tell him you love him
Christmas Family Home Evening
I really want my son to understand the true meaning. I don't want him to think its all about gifts. I had him pick out a present for Brother Broden, and I had Broden pick out one for Neacel. They will pick out a present for each of us, and will be the one to give it to that person. No middle man mom or dad on Christmas morning with those gifts. I think in the world now, kids just want want want this time of year. I have a 3 year old who says "I want that" with every toy commercial he sees. So tonight, I'm going to talk about giving to others. We will be baking cookies this week and give them to neighbors and friends. It will be a simple lesson, nothing too much for his little brain to try and grasp. Just a simple, giving to others makes people happy. He will ask many questions and we will answer them. If the Salvation Army bell person is out at Target, even though we don't have it, we will give what we can because someone else needs it more then us. We gave our old kitchen table to a family that had nothing and I've tried to explain to Neacel that giving to others makes us feel better and makes them happy. He seems ok with the concept till its giving something he wants! He found a Christmas present of his the other morning and freaked out when I said it was for someone else...I don't want him to be like that. Yes, I know he is only 3, but if he can remember how to work DVR, cover his mouth when coughing and many other things, then giving to others should be a breeze!!!
This week, try and teach your little ones something special about this holiday season. If I hear "I want" out of Neacel's mouth anymore, I might cut the word out of the dictionary and burn it! Take that Webster!!!!
Hope everyone has a wonderful Monday! Tomorrow I will be posting a review and a giveaway!!! Stay tuned.
"I'm Not Mean, I'm a Mom"
I was on Facebook the other day when I saw a friend post this article. At first I just kept going, not planning on reading it, but then I was bored because the kids were sleeping and thought what the heck! It is an amazing story about a mom and her daughter and how the mom teaches her that "I'm not mean, I'm a mom!"
This is the worst day of my LIIIIIIIIIIFEEEEEEEE!” my daughter whined and cried after losing her Littlest Pet Shop kitty at a bridal store. She sobbed and sobbed in the backseat of the car (O.K. mini-van), lamenting about all the things that were terrible in her life. She was hungry, tired, fighting a head cold, and sick of sitting in a “baby” car seat (she is in a high-back booster seat because she is tiny and it’s safer). And there’s more: her shoes were uncomfortable, it was raining outside, and worst of all the sun had gone down while we were in the store. She is terrified of the dark. TERRIFIED!-read the rest of the story here
After reading it all I could think it that the mother is the most patient person ever! How many of us can say that in a similar situation we have/would act the same way? I obviously haven't hit that stage in life with my boys, but I imagine I drive home as fast (and safely) as I can, feed them and then off to bed. Battles from them filling the silence I provide from being so angry. That stage will hit, and there are day where I just wait to here it from my oldest because he is made at me for some silly reason. (He was "blessed" with his mommies temper)
Meltdown moments in our home come by the handfuls. Yesterday actually, Neacel had a meltdown over a commercial being on and begged me to fast forward the tv (DVR) I told him no and that his show would be on a few.....you would have thought I broke his arm! He screamed and screamed, stomped and everything. SO I turned the tv off, meltdown number 2 in 3...2...1...KABOOM! He threw himself on the floor kicking and screaming. He told me he would watch the commercial but that he wanted his show. I explained that acting like that doesn't get you anything in life. You can't just whine and cry about everything and that we don't always get what we want. So after calming down I was finally able to talk to him about acting like that....all he heard was "blah blah blah, no tv. Blah blah blah blah blah" Que meltdown number 3! At this point I'm just annoyed and tell him to go play with toys. He doesn't want to because brother is playing with them (brother has cooties sometimes I think, good thing I got my shot in 2nd grade!) So I take him up to his room to "relax" and just play with toys. After 5 minutes of screaming and kicking the door you hear his yell threw the crack under the door "Mommy, I'm done relaxing and I'm sorry!" So I go and get him and I'm greeted with a hug, kiss, puppy dog sad face and him saying sorry. He did get another show later in the day that he earned and didn't whine about the commercials. He said thanks for the show and when it was over turned off the tv and played with brother. If there is one thing my hubby has taught me, its that staying calm in heated situations are going to get better results then freaking out with him. (Thanks babe, and you thought I wasn't listening!!!)
Sad to say, but the story is true. Some moms are mean, down right mean to their children. Name calling, hitting, not feeding etc and those children are sad and don't have good relationships with their mom or possibly anyone. But we need to teach our little dudes (and dudettes) that not giving them something they want isn't mean. It isn't us trying to make them angry, its usually for a lesson. So today, try to teach your child a lesson over a freak out moment. No matter what the age, a lesson is always fun to learn. We are working on listening with both of our boys. Neacel seems to forget how to 3 seconds after I remind him, and Brody is still young but anytime we tell him "no" to something the screams and laughs and continues louder and harder then before. So today, I WILL stay calm during each meltdown, I WILL stay firm on what I say, and I WILL teach a little mini lesson each opportunity I have!
This is the worst day of my LIIIIIIIIIIFEEEEEEEE!” my daughter whined and cried after losing her Littlest Pet Shop kitty at a bridal store. She sobbed and sobbed in the backseat of the car (O.K. mini-van), lamenting about all the things that were terrible in her life. She was hungry, tired, fighting a head cold, and sick of sitting in a “baby” car seat (she is in a high-back booster seat because she is tiny and it’s safer). And there’s more: her shoes were uncomfortable, it was raining outside, and worst of all the sun had gone down while we were in the store. She is terrified of the dark. TERRIFIED!-read the rest of the story here
After reading it all I could think it that the mother is the most patient person ever! How many of us can say that in a similar situation we have/would act the same way? I obviously haven't hit that stage in life with my boys, but I imagine I drive home as fast (and safely) as I can, feed them and then off to bed. Battles from them filling the silence I provide from being so angry. That stage will hit, and there are day where I just wait to here it from my oldest because he is made at me for some silly reason. (He was "blessed" with his mommies temper)
Meltdown moments in our home come by the handfuls. Yesterday actually, Neacel had a meltdown over a commercial being on and begged me to fast forward the tv (DVR) I told him no and that his show would be on a few.....you would have thought I broke his arm! He screamed and screamed, stomped and everything. SO I turned the tv off, meltdown number 2 in 3...2...1...KABOOM! He threw himself on the floor kicking and screaming. He told me he would watch the commercial but that he wanted his show. I explained that acting like that doesn't get you anything in life. You can't just whine and cry about everything and that we don't always get what we want. So after calming down I was finally able to talk to him about acting like that....all he heard was "blah blah blah, no tv. Blah blah blah blah blah" Que meltdown number 3! At this point I'm just annoyed and tell him to go play with toys. He doesn't want to because brother is playing with them (brother has cooties sometimes I think, good thing I got my shot in 2nd grade!) So I take him up to his room to "relax" and just play with toys. After 5 minutes of screaming and kicking the door you hear his yell threw the crack under the door "Mommy, I'm done relaxing and I'm sorry!" So I go and get him and I'm greeted with a hug, kiss, puppy dog sad face and him saying sorry. He did get another show later in the day that he earned and didn't whine about the commercials. He said thanks for the show and when it was over turned off the tv and played with brother. If there is one thing my hubby has taught me, its that staying calm in heated situations are going to get better results then freaking out with him. (Thanks babe, and you thought I wasn't listening!!!)
Sad to say, but the story is true. Some moms are mean, down right mean to their children. Name calling, hitting, not feeding etc and those children are sad and don't have good relationships with their mom or possibly anyone. But we need to teach our little dudes (and dudettes) that not giving them something they want isn't mean. It isn't us trying to make them angry, its usually for a lesson. So today, try to teach your child a lesson over a freak out moment. No matter what the age, a lesson is always fun to learn. We are working on listening with both of our boys. Neacel seems to forget how to 3 seconds after I remind him, and Brody is still young but anytime we tell him "no" to something the screams and laughs and continues louder and harder then before. So today, I WILL stay calm during each meltdown, I WILL stay firm on what I say, and I WILL teach a little mini lesson each opportunity I have!
Video from Santa
I just got done making mine for Neacel, I'm going to show it to him later tonight. Just something along the lines of "ummm Neacel, you have an email from the North Pole?" This will get his attention.
This is an adorable way to remind kids that Santa is watching you, and knows if they have been naughty or nice!!! It's all free and doesn't take long to put together!!
Thanks Freebies 2 Deals for posting this deal!
Gift Ideas for Boys 2011
Kre O Transofrmers, what more can a boy want? Transformers are big even my 3 year old claims he wants this. Daddy may have put that in his head though! Comes in 5 models BumbleBee, Optimus Prime, Megatron, Starscream and Sentinal Prime. Perfect for ages 7-14
This is what Amazon says about this product:
This two-in-one KRE-O TRANSFORMERS BUMBLEBEE construction set lets you bring the popular character to life like never before. You can build your BUMBLEBEE character in robot mode and then use the very same bricks to reassemble him in vehicle mode. Also included are three poseable KREON mini figures to accompany 7- to 14-year-olds on whatever adventures they can imagine.
You can bundle 3 models on Amazon for only $94.10! Not a bad deal if you ask me!
What boy doesn't love Toy Story? Buzz Lightyear is a hero in our home. I think every boy who loves those movies (and yes the last one made me cry) should have a Buzz and Woody doll.
Amazon has the set for $128.99, not too bad if you ask me. They are interactive toys and Buzz stands 12 inches tall and Woody is 16 inches tall. Perfect pair for any Toy Story lover.
Amazon Product Description:
Buzz Lightyear and Woody are back from their owner Andy's toy box with our Toy Story Interactive Buddies Talking Action Figures - 12 inch Buzz Lightyear & 16 inch Woody Set, and just like in the movies, they banter and bicker just like real pals. Kids can choose between three different interactive modes to hear these buddies speak individually or with each other, using their actual voices from the movies. Between Buzz and Woody, the duo can say over 100 phrases, including lines from Toy Story and Toy Story 2, along with additional buddy interactions. 3 AA batteries and 3 AAA batteries required.
Cars, another big hit in our home. Neacel loves Mater and laughs at everything he says. I'll even admit that I find him funny and laugh at many things he says and does. This is a perfect toy for any Mater lover in your home. With lights and sounds every child will fall in love with this Mater. Mom might go nuts but thats ok if your son is having fun. Right? Of course there is other Mater toys, I really think the Bubble Mater is cute!
The manufacter says this:
Cars 2 Lights & Sounds Mater: Inspired by the new hit Disney/Pixar film, Cars 2. Fast-paced fun races into playtime with Lights & Sounds Mater. Bring Mater to life with this large scale 1:24 scale vehicle with realistic flashing LED lights and fun sounds & phrases straight from the film. Kids will love reenacting their favorite scenes from the movie with the Cars 2 1:24 Lights & Sounds Mater vehicle. Collect them all!
We can't forget the star though, Lightning McQueen! Or as my son calls him Lightning DaQueen. Sorry Pixar, we will work on that one for you. This is the same exact thing as the Mater, of course there are a million Lightning McQueen toys out there. Here is a list of other Lightning McQueen toys, there is wall stickers, computers, V-Tech Learn n Go, Digital Camera, Flashlight and many more!
Playskool toys are so nice to have for younger kids with growing minds. I think the Alphie is a classic that every child needs. I'm thinking about getting it for Neacel this year. You know that you had one growing up, and its sooooo much fun to see your kids playing with the same toys that you did as a child.You can also purchase the Letters and Numbers Booster Packs for $8.01 each or bundle Alphie with both Boosters for only $46.01Amazon says this about Alphie:
Who better to explore the world with than someone who’s new to it? This ALPHIE robot figure is on a “field trip” from his home planet and, with a kooky grin and funny faces, it’s his “mission” to introduce your child to learning. There’s practically nothing this little dynamo doesn’t want to “talk about” — from letter sounds and shape sorting to patterns, cause and effect, vocabulary development and much more, your ALPHIE figure is a whole big classroom in one little portable robot buddy. As his buttons light up, and as he “sings” and plays music, your child’s brain is stretching, growing and helping turn him or her into a super-duper learner and problem-solver. Educational fun on-the-go is as easy as can be, too, with this little guy’s handled noggin and storage spot for his cards in his backpack.
Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Learning Puppy. Perfect for that little one. I bought this for Broden, our 1 year old. It has plenty of sounds and will help him learn. I love toys that help children learn!
Amazon says this: The Laugh and Learn Puppy is a cuddly play pal for your baby that combines two modes of play - learning mode and music games - with 10 delightful songs. In Learning Mode, 6 hot spots on the puppy teach your child A-Z, body parts and colors through fun phrases and songs. Then, switch to Game Mode for fun phrases and songs, including the Alphabet Song, a color song, a counting song and a song that teaches body parts. In Game Mode, kids can also enjoy six additional songs that encourage interaction: Head Shoulders Knees and Toes, Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone, Pat-a-Cake, This Little Piggy, This Old Man and Bingo. Provides hours of interactive enjoyment. Requires three "AA" batteries (included).
There is also the Laugh & Learn Dance and Play Puppy. Either one are a hit for younger boys(or girls). Perfect toy for growing baby minds.
Leap Frog Explorer comes in green and pink, but we are all about dudes here. Amazon carries it for $49.99, afforable plus if you have prime....free shipping! You little man will think he is getting away with playing video games, you will know that he is actually learning, and you can even check his progress! This is what Amazon says about the Leap Frog Explorer :
The Leapster Explorer Learning Game System from LeapFrog is an exciting, handheld gaming device that includes preset games and videos, and boasts plenty of downloadable features and cartridges. This durable handheld device for kids aged 4 to 9 years plays Leapster Explorer e-books, games, videos, and more. With the Leapster Explorer, kids practice a range of skills--from reading and writing to math and sciences--through play and entertainment.
And this is what they say about being able to montior progress (which is a big deal in my book). Be active in your child's learning by tracking her progress in specific games and subjects. When you connect the Explorer to your computer the first time, you'll set up a parent account that shows your child's progress in different learning touchstones and how much time she spends playing certain games. The Explorer's tracking feature automatically updates your child's progress whenever you connect the Explorer to your computer. This feature shows your child's strongest and weakest subjects, and you'll get to know your child's passions and preferences. This information will aid you in helping them cultivate strengths and improve weaknesses. And because the Explorer can hold up to three profiles, it can be used by the whole family.
To read everything about what Amazon wrote about this product go here. This is a perfect toy for any little man wanting to play video games. I know my 3 year old will be getting it this year from his Nana and Pops, my cell will be thankful!
I also love the Vtech Inno Tab Interacting Learning Tablet for a growing mind wanting to have a tablet like mommy and daddy. It has great reviews and comes in pink too, but we like blue here!
Adapting the design of Mom and Dad's favorite touchpad devices, the VTech InnoTab Learning App Tablet helps your child take learning to the next level with one of today's most popular technologies. This multimedia tablet combines interactive reading, learning games, creative activities, and tools in a sleek and durable educational toy. Thanks to its 5-inch color touch screen and tilt sensor, kids ages four to nine can touch, flick, and drag their way to learning fun. 
Matchbox Smokey the Talking Fire Truck! In my sons words "This toy is AWESOME!" Here is the product description: Get ready for hours of imaginative fun with Smokey the Fire Truck from Matchbox. With his ability to speak, sing, dance, and launch "water" balls, Smokey is a playmate that really interacts with your child during play. Whether putting out a fire together or learning a new song-and-dance routine, Smokey and your child will form a fun friendship and be ready for anything together.
And we can't forget his buddies, Stinky the garbage Truck and Rocky the Robot Truck. Any little dude would love one or all three of these. All of these would be a huge hit in my house, noise, singing, dance, and 3 of the sons favorites...dump truck, fire truck and garbage truck. They are around $50 each but you can bundle them on Amazon for only $147. Think Christmas this year, birthday and a present for someone other little dude.
Lego Duplo is perfect for the little dude that wants legos but you aren't quite sure if they are ready or if dady just put that in their head. Amazon carries many different sets. I love that they are for ages 18months-5 which means they are bigger and more sturdy for your little one. Less of a choking hazard compared to smaller Lego's....which we still love for older boys! Prices are between $20-$30 a set, affordable for any budget
We of course can't and won't forget about the LEGO's for the older boys. I remember taking these from my brother growing up. I loved to build with them, they made nice Barbie homes. My brother would get so angry when I would loose some of them. Oops! How was I supposed to know that boys loved LEGO's so much? I learned by marrying my husband, who loves LEGO's. It doesn't matter that he is almost 30, he loves them, and gets a set/kit atleast once a year. It's truly an easy gift for boys, wether they are 5 or almost 30 it's a hit. When your toddler has graduated from the Duplo stage and is ready to take the next step in his, or her, Lego journey, the Lego Ultimate Building Set is the ideal graduation gift. With 405 pieces stored in a durable plastic box with a see-through top, this set is the perfect place to let children continue to explore their imagination and engineering skills. The Lego Ultimate Building Set contains many small pieces and is designed for kids ages four and older.
First off let me start by saying Imaginex toys are wonderful! We bought Neacel a dragon last year, it has yet to break, get a scratch or anything. These things are built for your little guy to try and destroy. With that being said, I think an Imaginex Pirate Ship is perfect! Boys love pirates, it's a known fact! There is something about digging for treasure and finding gold that they can't resist. We will definitely be grabbing an Imaginex toy this year. Built to last without breaking the bank. I love that it's a toy that hasn't been trashed, the batteries have never been replaced and even my 1 year old likes it. Our Imaginex toy has been thrown down the stairs, into the toy box, hit with a gold club ( a kids one, but still impressive) and many other ways of a boy tourturing his toy, it hasn't broke. Thank you Imaginex! 
Sesame Street Let's Rock Elmo, is one I thought should go on my list. All kids love Elmo, he is a big hit in any home. Each year it seems a new Elmo comes out around Christmas, so of course every kid wants him. Nothing like a singing Elmo on Christmas morning.
Amazon Product Desciption says it best though:
Elmo is a big hit with little ones everywhere. The LET'S ROCK! Elmo toy is a rockin' singing' delight. Dressed in his own concert-style t-shirt, you choose which instrument Elmo plays, and he magically recognizes which one you give him. He even interacts with the other LET'S ROCK! Instruments (each sold separately). Elmo can tell when you are playing the LET'S ROCK! Guitar, Keyboard or Microphone--and he plays along with you! This toy set is ideal for kids from 18-months to 4-years old.
Don't forget that the Let's rock instruments are sold separately. There is a Let's Rock Elmo guitar, Let's Rock Cookie Monster Keyboard and a Let's Rock Elmo Microphone!
Matell Sing-a- majig, I don't know whether I like this, or hate it. My husband thinks its awesome, my kids laugh like crazy, I can't help to think that its annoying but in a silly way. So I had to put it on the list for this year. I think I'll grab one for a stocking stuffer, or maybe for neices and nephews to drive their parents nuts.
It was named Toy of the Year 2011 and Time Magazine Top 10 Toys of 2010, so I guess it's not that bad! They are about $20 and come in many different colors and styles. Product description:
They’re cute, they’re zany, they’re the latest singing sensation for kids and adults. Introducing The Sing-a-ma-jigs! Sure to put a smile on your face with 3 different ways to play: Chatter (they speak their own language full of jibber and jabbers), Sing a Song (you control the pace of the song), and Harmonize where each Sing-a-ma-jig sings a scale in a pitch specific to that character (some high, some low). Squeeze their left hands to change modes then squeeze their tummies to see their mouths open and hear them sing and chatter! But the Sing-a-ma-jigs' favorite thing to do is harmonize! Start with 2, now 3, now 4, now add more! Start your own Sing-a-ma-jigs group today! Includes 2 “AAA” (R03) batteries. 2010 Winner of the following: Good Housekeeping Magazine "Best Toy Awards", Time Magazine "Top Ten Toys of 2010", Parenting Magazine "Toys of the Year", Parents Magazine "Top Toys of the Year". Additional Sing-a-ma-jigs sold separately, each with it's own unique look and song. In the valley of the rainbows the Singamajigs live and play and their special magic when they start to sing each day. They sing to make us happy and bring bright and sunny weather but their magic is the strongest when they all sing together! Each different color SingAMaJig sings a different song!
I'll finish my list with a must have for every boy. Action figures, I couldn't find a set of Batman, Superman and Spiderman...we all know those are the must haves. So I thought this is the next best thing when you factor in price and durability, the Marvel Superhero Squad Mini Figure 7pack. You get Dr. Doom Volcana, Reptil, Falcon, Spiderman, Hulk, Iron Man and Dr. Doom. Although you and I don't know who most of these are, your little dude probably does, and if he doesn't, Im sure daddy will let him know.Of course there are a million other things to put on the list:
Anything by Crayola
Books
Movies
Video games
remote controlled cars and helicopters
skateboard
bike
drums
guitar
the list can go on and on and on and on and on :-)
This is just a list that I put together, thinking of price and durability. Every person is going to have a different opion of what should or shouldn't be on the list. I know there was plenty that I forgot, but I think for ages 5 and under, it's a pretty awesome list!
It's Healthy Mom
Happy Halloween
So with all the candy your kids get, how much do you borrow? Do you check candy? Whats your favorite?
My husband and I will be eating the majority I'm sure. My oldest will get a fair amount and well little guy just doesn't need to know about all the goodies out there just yet. We didn't really check candy from the other night, but I remember my parents checking it every year when I was growing up. Don't have a good reason why I didn't, but I should because I would feel horrible if something happened to my boys. It's a priority tonight!!! My favorite this year is Kit Kat's! I swear I can't stop eating them, there isn't a single one left, and I'm not sure if anyone else in the house got one. Oops! Sorry boys!
Have a wonderful, fun, safe night with the kids!
Poison Control
If you have boys, you have either already had to make a call to Poison Control or you are just waiting for the day you have to. I've had to call them a few times thanks to our oldest. Deoderant in the eye, not good, especially if its Secret. It can have aluminum in it and can scratch the eye. Rinse with water, and don't let the little man rub his eye. Hylands teething tablets.....he can eat the whole bottle and be fine. Thank goodness! Mentholatum, warm water in the eye and no rubbing again. Cascade dishwasher packs (swallowed) I can only help if they only digested a little bit....drink water drink water drink water! Obviously, you should always call Poison Control if you have any kind of question. I am in way shape or form telling you to not call and use my advice and experience! Save the numer in your cell so that at all times you have it. It's scary and I hate that my son isn't even 3 and I've called them way too many times. It's important as moms to be ready for anything these boys can throw at us. So go save the number and lock everything up in your home that isn't food or a toy!Superman
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